Yes, you can. The catch? You have to go to Germany to get it. You might want to encourage your teens to learn German in case they can take their degree in Germany. Besides the cost of travel and living expenses, costs are zero. If your teen saves money from summer jobs it could really help with living expenses abroad. They can cut their … [Read more...]
10 Good Paying Jobs with a Bright Future
Which good-paying jobs have the best outlook for long-term growth? Here's a list of career areas that pay well and seem to have a good future, according CNBC. The good news is that there are jobs for a variety of interests. The only one on the list that does not require 4 years of college is the career of dental hygienist. With only two … [Read more...]
Parenting: Just Say Yes
I know it's tough being a parent, especially during difficult financial times. Just a suggestion here from a parent of four & grandmother of seven, yes, 7. When it doesn't make any difference, say yes to your kids. So often we have to say no. But what difference does it make if the child wants to wear a certain shirt or wear comfy … [Read more...]
Nicer Parents Have Smarter Kids
Want smarter kids? Just be nicer to them. I know, that sounds strange and simplistic, but research shows that early nurturing aids in brain development. Children's brains develop better if their parents are more nurturing and positive in their interactions. In other words, the parents are just nicer to their kids! The study was concerned with … [Read more...]
Are Weddings Going the Way of the Dinosaurs?
I'm sure most of us are aware of the fact that more couples are choosing to skip marriage and just live together. I'm not passing judgment, just wondering if marriage is a casualty of the bad economy. I've noticed there are many birth notices in the newspaper for single mothers with no father listed and about the same number with the father's … [Read more...]
Teach Your Kids to Succeed
I spoke with my grandson recently and asked him how he liked second grade. He said, "Pretty good. It's getting harder, but it seems like I can do it." They use the Accelerated Reader Program (fantastic program) and he's reading a book at the 4.5 grade level. He said his teacher told the class that reading "bigger books" is a lot like riding a … [Read more...]
Best High School Job? Tutoring!
Do your high school kids want a job to earn extra money? Are you concerned about them working on school nights? Are you worried it will hurt their grades? Here's a solution that could work for you: tutoring! Your high schooler is probably good at some subjects. Why not let them tutor other students who need help? While your teen works with … [Read more...]